Japanese Sino Ware Porcelain Sake Cup 2.5inch Guinomi By Kobayashi Takeharu BK402
This is an authentic Japanese guinomi (sake cup) crafted in Nezumi Shino ware by Kobayashi Takeharu (小林武春). The piece is offered in unused condition and comes complete with its original wooden box, cloth, and artist’s leaflet, confirming authenticity and careful preservation.
Nezumi Shino is characterized by its soft gray tone, subtle feldspar texture, and natural kiln effects that emerge during firing. This guinomi displays a calm, understated presence, with gentle variations in surface color and thickness that reflect the wabi-sabi aesthetic central to Shino ceramics. The compact form fits naturally in the hand, making it suitable for both appreciation and practical use.
Kobayashi Takeharu’s work is known for balancing traditional Shino techniques with controlled modern sensibility. This piece exemplifies that approach, offering quiet depth rather than overt decoration. Ideal for sake enjoyment, tea gatherings, or as part of a refined ceramic collection, it represents a sincere example of contemporary Shino craftsmanship.
Artist
Kobayashi Takeharu (小林武春)
Kobayashi Takeharu is a Japanese ceramic artist known for his work in Shino ware, particularly Nezumi Shino. His ceramics emphasize natural glaze behavior, subtle tonal shifts, and balanced forms, expressing the quiet elegance and tactile warmth valued in traditional Japanese pottery.
Size
Height: approx. 4.6 cm / 1.8 in
Diameter: approx. 6.7–6.4 cm / 2.6–2.5 in
Weight: approx. 89 g / 0.20 lbs
Condition
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